Shooting techniques advice

skychaser53

I bought a Colt Gold Cup series 70 yesterday. I have been shooting my 70Govt model once in awhile before that. I wanted target sights so I bought the GC. I've been shooting since I was 12 for fun. Off and on. Me and a couple friends are starting to shoot every few weeks and I want to improve my ability a little . I'm not an expert by far, but I shoot good, I think lol.
Is there anything to read that would give me an insight into how the experts shoot? The correct way to shoot..

bpost

Check with the NRA for some local clubs. Find the top NRA Bullseye shooters and ask for help. They will be very helpful in improving your scores. Getting a lot of GOOD practice after basic instruction will go a long way in you shooting better.

perry shooter

Hello BPost is correct I have records of every pistol shooter that ever went to Camp Perry for the national championships from 1972-2005 If you go to my profile and send ma an email I might be able to find a shooter that lives near you that could help I also might have an extra copy of the pistol marksman guide they give out at the 2 day small arms firing school at Camp Perry I run a Bulls-Eye match every Wednesday at noon and also do free one on one coaching. Cheers Karl AKA PERRY SHOOTER

skychaser53

thanks for the advice guys. It makes sense that someone that is shooting well (bullseye shooters) could give a practical advice.
I guess the main thing is practice practice practice .

iwannausername

I'd invest in a decent 22 pistol and practice practice practice.

skychaser53

I think you are right iwanna, I have 2 excellent 22's already. I can practice with them for a period of time to get back close to the skill level that I use to have and then switch to the 45. The 22's are a lot cheaper to practice with.
I live in the country so I can shoot in the backyard )

Odawgp

quote:Originally posted by skychaser53
I think you are right iwanna, I have 2 excellent 22's already. I can practice with them for a period of time to get back close to the skill level that I use to have and then switch to the 45. The 22's are a lot cheaper to practice with.
I live in the country so I can shoot in the backyard )




you'll want to run some 45's down range too

I shot 22 for almost 2 yrs before jumping into the CF and 45 match
I was had an expert classification (with a 22) then shot my first CF and 45 match as and I had my clock cleaned I had to shoot expert as that is were I was rank by the nra with a 22

skychaser53

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you'll want to run some 45's down range too

I shot 22 for almost 2 yrs before jumping into the CF and 45 match
I was had an expert classification (with a 22) then shot my first CF and 45 match as and I had my clock cleaned I had to shoot expert as that is were I was rank by the nra with a 22
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I'll definetly be shooting 45's too. ) I want to get enough practice so that I can shoot my 70 Govt. as well as the Gold Cup. I know this can't happen overnight. A couple weeks anyway )

RCrosby

Gil Hebard Guns used to sell a paperback book (about 1/2" thick) that had a number of great articles by top competitive shooters. Covered techniques, equipment, etc. A real goldmine if you can find a copy.

skychaser53

thx rcrosby, I looked up and ordered an old book by Gil Hebard, it might be the one you were refering to. It can't hurt )

knucklehead14

The NRA basic pistol shooting handbook is great for getting shooting tips.
You could pick one up through someone that teaches the NRA Concealed carry class.